LPN - Adults

Central Florida Health Care•Lakeland, FL

10d

About The Position

This is a Behavioral Health position. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients and families in the clinic under the direction and supervision of the Nurse Manager and Director of Nursing (DON). The LPN works collaboratively with members of the clinical team to provide safe, high-quality, and efficient primary care to a patient population diverse in age, health status, and socio-economic level. Strong teamwork and communication skills are required.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Florida nursing license.
BLS certification.
Computer literacy.
Ability to work well with the clinical team and demonstrate strong teamwork and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Community Health.

Responsibilities

Be familiar with CFHC’s program philosophies, goals, and objectives, and comply with CFHC policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations.
Maintain competence in nursing duties and understand CFHC’s Exposure Control Plan; use universal precautions in clinical practice.
Participate in staff outreach and off-site health care programs as requested by the DON, represent CFHC in the community, and report pertinent information or situations affecting patient care or CFHC liability to the DON as needed.
Attend and participate in mandatory CFHC meetings, including center-specific and corporate meetings and other meetings designated by the DON or CMO.
Work cooperatively with and support other members of the clinical team, and maintain a neat, professional appearance.
Carry out other activities deemed appropriate by the DON or CMO.
Screen patients according to CFHC protocols, including obtaining height, weight, and vital signs and conducting vision or hearing testing; perform other procedures as directed by a provider, Nurse Manager, or DON.
Accurately obtain patients’ medical histories and document in their medical records in accordance with CFHC policies and procedures.
Perform waived laboratory analyses, such as urinalysis, pregnancy tests, hemoglobin, glucose, strep, and flu tests.
Administer injections as required, including subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intradermal injections; prepare and administer vaccines and medications as directed by a provider.
Perform ordered procedures, such as nebulizer treatments and ear lavage.
Counsel patients according to their treatment plans, including on diet, exercise, and medication.
Understand emergency protocols and respond accordingly.
Maintain exam rooms and work areas by keeping them stocked, orderly, and clean, including disinfecting exam tables between patients according to infection-control policy.
Maintain strict infection control, including sterilizing instruments, performing procedures, and disposing of needles.
Make, cancel, and reschedule appointments accurately in the computer appointment system; follow up on appointment compliance and contact patients to reschedule according to the no-show policy.
Understand and assist with referrals to outside services or providers and follow up on patient referrals.
Complete clinical logs accurately, including hospital, temperature, and medication or vaccine administration logs.
Document patient concerns in the electronic medical record (EHR), communicate with patients by telephone, patient portal, and other modalities, and keep providers and team members updated about clinical changes.
Complete duties, responsibilities, and competencies appropriately for the age groups receiving care or services.
Perform other duties as assigned by the clinician, Nurse Manager, DON, or CMO.